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SAO PAULO, Sept. 30, 2014 (PPI Latin America) -With European graphic paper markets continuing to struggle with overcapacity, the industry has experienced extensive machine closures. One alternative option for producers is a conversion to other products such as packaging and specialty papers. These and other findings were published in a new study from RISI.

KUOPIO, Finland, Sept. 30, 2014 (Press Release) -The Board of Powerflute Oyj ("Powerflute" or the "Company"), the paper and packaging group, announces today that it has entered into a conditional agreement with Stora Enso Oyj ("Stora Enso") to acquire Corenso, an international cores and coreboard producer (the "Acquisition").

OSCHELBRONN, Germany, Sept. 12, 2014 (Press Release) -Mpact has once again selected Bellmer as rebuild specialist for the Group's Project Khulisa. This phase will see significant investment in the latest paper mill technology and machinery which will enable the mill to enhance its total product offering and overall competitiveness.

When Sweden-based cartonboard manufacturer Korsnäs and paper maker Billerud merged in 2012 it created one of the leading players in the primary fiber-based packaging industry. Paperboard Packaging spoke with CEO Per Lindberg about the company's plans for the future.

Since the turn of the century, the rapidly developing BRIC nations of Brazil, Russia, India, and China have taken on larger roles in the global marketplace. As these countries have grown, so, too, have their middle classes. And with newfound disposable income, consumers in the BRIC nations are eager to spend. China and India lead the way, with middle class spending in China predicted to surpass that of the U.S. by 2020.

THE HAGUE, The Netherlands, Sept. 26, 2014 (Press Release) -ECMA, the European Carton Manufacturers Association, and Pro Carton, the European Association of Carton and Cartonboard manufacturers, organised their first joint congress from 17 until 20 September 2014 in Sorrento, Italy.